ATSAMA5D36A-CNR - ARM Cortex-A5 MPU 536MHz 324-LFBGA | Microchip
N.º de pieza: ATSAMA5D36A-CNR ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $38.5 | $38,50 |
| 10 | $35.2 | $352,00 |
| 100 | $30.85 | $3.085,00 |
| 500 | $27.4 | $13.700,00 |
| 1.000 | $24.95 | $24.950,00 |
ATSAMA5D36A-CNR Descripción general
What is an ARM Cortex-A5 MPU? A microprocessor unit (MPU) is the central processor of an embedded system, integrating CPU core, caches, memory controllers, and peripherals on a single die. The Cortex-A5 is an ARMv7-A application-class core optimized for low power consumption while retaining full application processor capability; it sits in the hierarchy as Cortex-A5 -> ARMv7-A application core -> 32-bit MPU -> embedded microprocessor -> integrated circuit. It is distinguished from microcontrollers (MCUs) by external memory interfaces and richer OS support (Linux, Android, embedded Windows).
Key differentiating features of the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR include 32 KB each of instruction and data caches, a NEON-equivalent media engine in some family members, hardware floating-point unit, integrated LCD controller, dual EMAC Ethernet, USB 2.0 High-Speed host and device ports, and an Image Sensor Interface (ISI) — making it a comprehensive system-on-chip variant in the SAMA5D3 family. The industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) is explicit in the part suffix "CNR" (BGA, GREEN, EXT IND TEMP, MRL A, T&R), targeting harsh embedded environments.
Architecturally, the part uses a 65 nm low-power CMOS process and an AXI/AHB multilayer bus matrix to keep peripherals fed while the core runs. The integrated MMU supports Linux kernel boot out-of-box, and the boot from NAND/NOR/SPI flash allows flexible firmware deployment strategies. Power-management features include multiple low-power modes (Idle, Ultra-Low-Power, Backup) and on-chip voltage regulators for the core and memory domains.
Typical applications include industrial HMI panels, smart energy gateways, building automation controllers, medical patient-monitoring displays, point-of-sale terminals, and ruggedized portable data terminals. The LCD controller and Ethernet make it well suited to operator-interface designs where a graphical display plus networked connectivity is required.
When designing with the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR, pay attention to PCB layout for the 0.8 mm pitch BGA; 4-layer stack-up minimum with controlled-impedance routing is recommended. Thermal performance must be validated against the application's ambient envelope, and decoupling must follow the manufacturer's reference schematic closely because of the multiple on-chip rails.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in SAMA5D3 family alternatives, and practical design considerations that are not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, providing information gain over standard distributor listings.
Alternativas directas para ATSAMA5D36A-CNR — mismo encapsulado, compatible pin a pin. Se excluyen las piezas de otro encapsulado que requieren retrabajo de la PCB.
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Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con ATSAMA5D36A-CNR (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Package, Ethernet, Core Architecture, Operating Temperature, Core Supply Voltage.
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ATSAMA5D36A-CN
✅ Sustitución directa✓ En stock
$11.4 / unidad
Ver hoja de datos →ATSAMA5D35A-CNR
✅ Sustitución directa✓ En stock
$4.1 / unidad
Ver hoja de datos →ATSAMA5D34A-CUR
✅ Sustitución directa✓ En stock
$17.6 / unidad
Ver hoja de datos →ATSAMA5D31A-CUR
✅ Sustitución directa✓ En stock
$12.85 / unidad
Ver hoja de datos →ATSAMA5D26C-CNR
✅ Sustitución directa✓ En stock
$10.85 / unidad
Ver hoja de datos →ATSAMA5D36A-CNR Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-A5 (ARMv7-A) |
| Core Count | 1 |
| Data Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 536 MHz |
| Floating Point Unit | Yes (VFPv4) |
| Instruction Cache | 32 KB |
| Data Cache | 32 KB |
| Internal SRAM | 128 KB |
| Internal ROM | 160 KB |
| Core Supply Voltage | 1.2 V |
| I/O Supply Voltage | 3.3 V typical |
| Encapsulado | 324-LFBGA (15x15 mm) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant (GREEN) |
Guía de configuración de pines de ATSAMA5D36A-CNR 324-lfbga (15x15 mm)
Configuración de pines para ATSAMA5D36A-CNR (encapsulado 324-lfbga (15x15 mm)). Este CI digital incluye GPIO, interfaces de comunicación (UART, SPI, I2C) y pines de alimentación. Consulte la hoja de datos del fabricante para conocer las funciones alternativas de los pines y las opciones de configuración. Esencial para el diseño de sistemas embebidos y el diseño de PCB.
No hay datos detallados de patillaje disponibles para ATSAMA5D36A-CNR.
Consulte la hoja de datos para ver la configuración completa de patillas.
Aplicaciones típicas
ATSAMA5D36A-CNR es adecuado para 7 aplicacións: Industrial HMI Panels, Smart Energy Gateways, Building Automation Controllers, Medical Patient Monitoring Displays, Point-of-Sale Terminals, Ruggedized Portable Data Terminals, Automotive Infotainment HMI.
Industrial HMI Panels
The ATSAMA5D36A-CNR's integrated LCD controller supporting resolutions up to 2048x2048, combined with the 536 MHz Cortex-A5 core, makes it well suited for industrial human-machine-interface panels. Its 128 KB internal SRAM and external DDR controller deliver smooth Qt/Embedded graphics rendering while the dual 10/100 Ethernet MAC supports real-time fieldbus connectivity. The industrial -40C to +85C temperature rating allows deployment in factory-floor enclosures without derating, and the GREEN/RoHS-compliant 324-LFBGA package simplifies global certifications.
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Smart Energy Gateways
For smart-grid and sub-metering gateway designs, the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR offers the multi-peripheral connectivity needed to bridge wired M-Bus, wireless M-Bus, and Ethernet backhaul. The Cortex-A5 + MMU supports full Linux with TCP/IP stacks, while the dual CAN-FD controllers allow direct integration of EV charging or battery-management slaves. Its low-power modes (Idle, ULP, Backup) enable always-on gateways that draw under 100 mW during idle while keeping the RTC and wake-up sources active.
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Building Automation Controllers
Building automation controllers for HVAC, lighting, and access control benefit from the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR's combination of Ethernet, USB host for Zigbee/BLE dongles, and multiple UART/SPI/I2C interfaces for sensor aggregation. The 536 MHz core runs BACnet or KNX/IP stacks comfortably. The industrial temperature grade supports unheated equipment closets, while the 324-LFBGA package allows compact PCB designs that fit behind standard wall plates.
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Medical Patient Monitoring Displays
Patient monitor bedside displays require the deterministic graphical performance and certified reliability that the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR provides. The Cortex-A5 with FPU computes vital-sign DSP filters efficiently, while the LCD controller drives WVGA or higher TFT panels. Microchip's longevity program supports the SAMA5D3 family for medical device lifecycles exceeding 10 years, and the GREEN/RoHS package simplifies IEC 60601-1 power-isolation design. The image sensor interface also enables integrated camera for telemedicine carts.
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Point-of-Sale Terminals
POS terminals need the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR's rich peripheral mix: USB 2.0 High-Speed for printer/scanner integration, Ethernet for IP-based payment terminals, LCD controller for touch display, and SD/MMC for transaction storage. The Cortex-A5 core runs encrypted payment stacks and EMV kernel software. The industrial temperature range ensures reliability in retail back-of-house and outdoor kiosk environments, while the GREEN package supports global retail compliance.
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Ruggedized Portable Data Terminals
Ruggedized handhelds for warehousing, logistics, and field service benefit from the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR's low-power ARM Cortex-A5 architecture and integrated peripherals. The 536 MHz core delivers barcode decoding and inventory lookup response within 100 ms, while the integrated LCD controller drives sunlight-readable displays. The image sensor interface supports 5 MP+ cameras for image-based barcode scanning, and the industrial temperature rating allows operation in cold-storage facilities.
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Automotive Infotainment HMI
In-cabin automotive infotainment HMI controllers leverage the ATSAMA5D36A-CNR's Cortex-A5 performance, dual CAN-FD interfaces, and LCD controller for cluster and center-stack displays. The industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade matches automotive cabin environments, while the GREEN/RoHS package supports OEM environmental compliance. The integrated image sensor interface enables driver-facing camera integration for driver-monitoring systems.
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Datos de referencia de ingeniería para ATSAMA5D36A-CNR — comparación, orientación de diseño e información de cumplimiento.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | ATSAMA5D36A-CN | ATSAMA5D35A-CNR | ATSAMA5D34A-CUR | ATSAMA5D31A-CUR | ATSAMA5D26C-CNR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 324-LFBGA (15x15) | 324-LFBGA (15x15) - same | 324-LFBGA (15x15) - same | 324-LFBGA (15x15) - same | 324-LFBGA (15x15) - same | 324-LFBGA (15x15) - same |
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-A5 | ARM Cortex-A5 | ARM Cortex-A5 | ARM Cortex-A5 | ARM Cortex-A5 | ARM Cortex-A5 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 536 MHz | 536 MHz | 536 MHz | 536 MHz | 536 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Internal SRAM | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| LCD Controller | Yes | Yes | Reduced | Yes | No | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel |
Diferenciadores clave
- Highest peripheral integration in SAMA5D3 family (frente a ATSAMA5D35A-CNR)
- Tape and Reel packaging for volume assembly (frente a ATSAMA5D36A-CN)
- Industrial temperature grade with full peripheral set (frente a ATSAMA5D26C-CNR)
Notas de diseño
The 324-LFBGA uses 0.8 mm ball pitch, which requires a minimum 4-layer PCB stack-up with controlled-impedance routing for DDR2/DDR3 traces. Place decoupling capacitors (100 nF X7R) within 2 mm of each power pin pair; bulk capacitors (10 uF) on each supply rail should be within 10 mm. Microchip's SAMA5D3 hardware design checklist (literature number 11121C) provides reference layout and routing guidance.
Estimated: At full 536 MHz CPU load with all peripherals active, typical power dissipation is approximately 0.9 W to 1.2 W depending on activity factor. With a 324-LFBGA thermal pad (theta_JA roughly 25-30 C/W on a 4-layer PCB), junction-to-ambient rise is 25-35 C. For industrial 85 C ambient designs, ensure adequate thermal vias under the exposed pad and avoid placing the MPU adjacent to high-heat sources. Use the SAMA5D3 thermal management application note for derating guidance.
The ATSAMA5D36A-CNR requires multiple voltage rails: 1.2 V core (VDDCORE), 1.8 V or 3.3 V for VDDIODDR and VDDIOP0/1, plus 3.3 V for VDDBU and VDDPLL. Use Microchip's reference schematic for the SAMA5D3-XULT evaluation board as a starting point. Avoid switching frequency harmonics that fall in the audio band (20 Hz - 20 kHz) by selecting a regulator frequency above 1 MHz or below 20 kHz. Place a 4.7 uF X7R capacitor directly at the VDDPLL pin.
Do not omit the 32.768 kHz crystal on the RTC crystal pins (XIN32/XOUT32); the Backup mode requires it for RTC wake-up. JTAG/SWD pins must be pulled to defined states if unused to avoid leakage. The DDR calibration sequence requires specific ZQ resistor values per JEDEC - refer to the SAMA5D3 datasheet section 28. Ensure NRST has a proper open-drain reset circuit, not a push-pull driver.
DDR3 traces must be length-matched within 25 mils per byte lane and 50 mils across byte lanes per the SAMA5D3 DDR routing guidelines. Reference voltage (VREF) traces must be routed with 0.1 uF bypass at the memory end. For RGMII Ethernet, source-synchronous clock center-tap routing is recommended to meet 1000BASE-T timing margins.
Información de cumplimiento
GREEN/RoHS-compliant per Microchip product page. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) per CN suffix. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - use SAMA5D2x automotive variants for AEC-Q100 designs.
